5-Star OL Ty Haywood Decommits from Alabama Amid Michigan Buzz

Ty Haywood, a 5-star offensive tackle, has decommitted from the Alabama Crimson Tide, per On3 Recruits.

The move comes amid growing speculation that Haywood favors the University of Michigan.

Speculation about Haywood's recruitment started swirling after he opted not to sign with the Crimson Tide during the early signing period, according to Sports Illustrated's Andrew Nemec.

Michigan quickly emerged as the front-runner for Haywood, despite finishing the season 8-5 and placing seventh in the Big Ten.

Standing at 6'5" and 285 pounds, Haywood is ranked as the No. 20 overall prospect and the No. 4 offensive tackle in the 2025 class, per the 247Sports' composite rating.

The Denton, Texas, native also received offers from Florida State, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Colorado, Georgia, Ohio State and Oregon, among several others.

Gabe Brooks, a 247Sports scouting analyst, projected Haywood as a future NFL first-round draft pick and compared him to Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Tyler Smith.

"Imposing offensive tackle with impressive length relative to height. Long-armed with a huge reach," Brooks wrote. "Gradually improved quickness off the ball throughout junior year and performed well on the elite camp circuit prior to senior season to ascend a loaded 2025 OT board."

With Haywood's decommitment, Alabama's 2025 recruiting class drops from No. 2 to No. 3, while Michigan's class is projected to rise from No. 9 to No. 6 if Haywood commits to the Wolverines, per Nemec.